Dr. Anand Pandya Interview

 

Ask The Pros w/ Dr. Anand Pandya

Dr. Anand Pandya
Vice Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Cedar Sinai Medical Center
NAMI Westside LA board member

What are the early signs of mental illness?

What’s the difference between schizophrenia and bipolar disorder?

What is the first line of treatment for psychosis?

What is the benefit of treating with medication and antipsychotics?

If medication isn’t used would other therapies still work?

Are there any treatments I can use to avoid using medication?

Is it ever too late for someone to start a medication?

The diagnosis for my relative has changed over time, why is that?